A Cambridge fundraiser who suffers from a rare heart condition that makes him collapse without warning has been invited to a reception at Buckingham Palace to recognise his work in mental health.

Samuel Carvalho, 23, received the official invitation to the special event today (September 19), complete with the Queen’s royal insignia.

The Cambridge-based man posted a picture of the letter on Twitter, which says the reception is being held “to acknowledge those who have made a particularly significant contribution towards raising awareness of mental health conditions and providing support services”.

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